Dablanco recently participated in the partner workshop “Delivering Value Faster with Odoo”, held at the Odoo headquarters in Dubai, UAE. The session was led by Nader Abu El Naja, Partner Manager at Odoo, and focused on how ERP partners can deliver real business value faster, while reducing implementation risk and increasing long-term customer success.
The workshop brought together ERP partners operating in the UAE market to discuss practical approaches for delivering ERP solutions in Dubai that go beyond software deployment and focus on efficiency, scalability, and measurable outcomes.
Redefining ERP for Businesses in the UAE
A key message throughout the workshop was the importance of correctly defining what an ERP truly is. Implementing accounting software or a standalone CRM does not represent a full ERP system.
A true ERP is a fully integrated management application that connects sales, purchasing, inventory, accounting, CRM, and — depending on the business — manufacturing, project management, HR, payroll, and website operations. This unified approach is especially critical for organizations in the UAE seeking scalable ERP systems in Dubai that support growth across multiple entities and locations.
Time Is the Hidden Cost of ERP Projects
One of the most impactful insights shared during the workshop was that time is one of the largest hidden costs in any ERP implementation.
Long ERP projects often lead to continuous change requests, delayed timelines, and increased operational disruption. As highlighted in the session, customers do not only lose money when ERP projects are delayed — they lose time, which directly affects productivity, competitiveness, and decision-making.
This perspective is particularly relevant for businesses in the UAE looking for ERP companies in Dubai that can deliver solutions efficiently without compromising quality or stability.
Faster Go-Live, Earlier Business Value
The workshop emphasized that faster ERP go-live leads to earlier value realization. A well-executed ERP project typically reaches go-live within two to four months, which was identified as the optimal delivery window.
Importantly, this does not mean customers must wait until the final phase to benefit from the system. Through phased implementation, businesses can start using core modules early, gaining immediate visibility across operations while additional functionalities are introduced progressively.
This approach is especially effective for organizations implementing factory management systems in Dubai, where early operational visibility can significantly improve production planning and control.
Phased ERP Implementation That Matches Business Reality
Customers often expect everything to be delivered immediately. The workshop addressed this challenge by promoting a phased ERP delivery model:
Phase One: Core modules and MVP (Minimum Viable Product)
Phase Two: Additional functions such as HR, payroll, or advanced operations
Phase Three: Website integration and extended business requirements
This structured approach enables faster delivery, clearer priorities, and reduced resistance to change - all while aligning the ERP system with real business needs.
Adoption, Simplicity, and Scalability
Another critical success factor discussed was user adoption. ERP success is not defined by the number of features or applications, but by how easily users can adopt the system in their daily work.
Simple, intuitive systems reduce resistance to change and improve adoption rates. For growing organizations in the UAE, scalability was also highlighted as essential. A modern ERP solution should allow businesses to manage multiple companies, branches, or factories under one unified platform, rather than fragmented systems.
This scalability is a key requirement for companies seeking ERP solutions in Dubai that can grow alongside their operations.
Dablanco’s ERP Approach in the UAE
Dablanco’s participation in this workshop reflects its commitment to delivering ERP solutions in the UAE that focus on speed, clarity, and long-term value. By aligning with Odoo’s best practices and partner frameworks, Dablanco continues to strengthen its ability to deliver management applications, factory management systems, and ERP platforms in Dubai that prioritize efficiency, visibility, and scalability.
